Image Source: Harvard Divinity Bulletin This blog explores the intersection of Buddhism and LGBTQ+ rights in Taiwan, highlighting the pioneering role of Master Shih, a Buddhist nun and outspoken advocate for same-sex marriage equality. This blog illustrates how Shih challenges traditional notions of family and love within Buddhist teachings, emphasizing inclusivity and compassion. It also […]
Faith and Fling: Muslims in U of R’s Hookup Culture
I’m examining the complexity of hookup culture for Muslims at the University of Rochester, focusing on how cultural and religious values shape individuals’ approaches to casual relationships and sexual expectations. Hookup culture, often assumed to be a default part of college life, is challenging for some students who feel pressured by this assumption, even if […]
Healing The Virgin and The Whore – Presentation by Adelyne Jareo
I wanted to include both my art walkthrough and my presentation as published works, and here is my slideshow in downloadable format! A chaotic exploration of how to heal from the boxes we have been born into and how they shape us. I hope you enjoy!
Healing The Virgin and The Whore by Adelyne Jareo
“Mother, Daughter, Holy Slut.” For my first collage, I wanted to illustrate the Virgin vs. Whore Complex itself. The complex represents a categorization of women into two binary categories: Virgins and Whores. Virgins are sweet, reserved, and nurturing; while whores represent almost anyone outside of that description. It is important to note that “Virgins” don’t […]
Sex and Sexuality within Judaism Throughout the Times and Now
Explore the rich culture of Judaism, one of the world’s oldest religions, in this presentation. Divulge into its diverse sects, each with varying beliefs, and witness the evolution of sex within the culture over time. Uncover the distinct progression of attitudes toward sex within the Jewish community, highlighting responses to LGBTQ+ inclusivity across differing sects. […]
Islam, Homosexuality and Women in China: A Comparative Study
This is a slideshow for my study on the Islam religion, homosexuality and women in China. I chose a Muslim community in my own hometown, Hebei province, China, to conduct the study, as well as interviewed and researched people in that area. I wish to expose Islam and Homosexuality in a new setting (i.e. Asia, […]
Modern Deviation from Traditional Marriage
In the dawn of major social change regarding lifestyle ideals, gender roles, and normalizing secular beliefs, marriage is slowly gaining a different reputation than it had centuries, or even mere decades ago. Many people today have begun to overlook the religious origins of marriage and its historical context. In the Abrahamic religions (Christianity, Judaism, Islam), […]
Christianity’s Effect on Queer Youth Identity
For many, the Christian Evangelical church is a place of love, hope, and healing but for others, it is a place of hurt, judgment, and feelings of inferiority. Growing up in any religious household can be a trying, and often traumatizing experience. For anyone, the pressure to conform to and follow religious rules and codes […]